A CANNABIS farm was found in a house on Sunday evening.

Police discovered the farm in Colne, with officers saying that this could have been extremely unsafe for people living near the house.

They have also warned that the growing of cannabis can be linked to other serious crimes.

A police spokesperson said: "Aside from the obvious, that cannabis is still an illegal drug, set ups like these are linked to much wider criminal activities involving organised crime.

"With it often comes child sexual exploitation, links to terrorism, and more.

"In addition to this, these set ups are extremely unsafe due to the electricity meter being bypassed.

"This is particularly concerning when most of these set ups are in mid terraced dwellings meaning the risk of fire to neighbouring properties is increased.

"Please, if you have any concerns about properties in your area get in touch."